Addis Ababa, May 5, 2026 (FMC) — Ethiopia has rejected what it described as “baseless allegations” made during a joint press conference by officials of the Sudanese Armed Forces, the Foreign Minister, and the military spokesperson.
In a statement issued in response to Sudanese officials’ recent comments, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the peoples of Ethiopia and Sudan share a historic and enduring bond of friendship.
It noted that, in recognition of these fraternal ties, the Government of Ethiopia has exercised restraint and refrained from publicizing what it described as grave violations of Ethiopia’s territorial integrity and national security committed by some belligerents in the Sudanese civil war.
The statement indicated that these alleged violations include, among others, the extensive use of TPLF mercenaries in the conflict.
It further stated that the Sudanese Armed Forces have provided arms and financial support to these mercenaries, facilitating their incursions along Ethiopia’s western frontier.
According to the Ministry, the activities of TPLF mercenaries [operating] in Sudan are a matter of public record, and there is “ample and credible evidence” suggesting that Sudan is serving as a hub for various anti-Ethiopian forces.
It further stated that these hostile actions, as well as recent and earlier allegations made by Sudanese Armed Forces officials, are undertaken at the behest of external actors seeking to advance what it termed a “nefarious agenda.”
Ethiopia reaffirmed that it will continue to stand in solidarity with the people of Sudan and maintain bonds of friendship during the ongoing difficult situation.
It also reiterated its call for dialogue between the belligerents in the Sudanese civil war, stressing that there is no military solution to the crisis.
The Ministry underscored the need for an immediate humanitarian truce, followed by a sustained ceasefire, and an independent, inclusive and transparent civilian-led dialogue and transition process aimed at laying the foundation for durable peace and the restoration of civilian rule.